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Omiya Bonsai Festival 2026
1
May
Date
1 May (Friday)
Time
Fri, May 1 – Sun, May 3
Venue
Omiya Bonsai Village, Bonsaicho, Kita Ward
Saitama, Japan
📝 Useful Information
The Omiya Bonsai Festival 2026 (also known as the Grand Bonsai Festival or Dai-Bonsai Matsuri) is scheduled to take place from May 3 to May 5, 2026. This annual event is held in the Omiya Bonsai Village in Saitama City, widely considered the "mecca" of bonsai.
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Event Overview
Key Highlights
Travel & Access
•Dates: May 3–5, 2026 (Sunday–Tuesday).
•Time: Typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, often closing early at 4:00 PM on the final day.
•Location: The festival centers around Momiji Street in the Omiya Bonsai Village and extends to the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum.
•Cost: Street events are free to attend; museum entry requires a ticket.
•Bonsai Market: Over 120 retailers participate, selling bonsai trees, pots, tools, wild grasses, and flowers.
•Special Exhibitions: The six main gardens within the village display their most prized specimens, and a Citizen's Bonsai Exhibition showcases local works.
•Workshops & Demos: The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum frequently hosts demonstrations and "My First Bonsai" workshops for beginners during the festival period.
•Nearest Station: Omiya-koen Station (Tobu Urban Park Line) is the closest, though Toro Station (JR Utsunomiya Line) is a convenient 10-minute walk away.
•Pro Tip: Because the festival falls during Golden Week, expect very large crowds. Weekdays (if applicable) or early morning arrivals are recommended for a quieter experience.
Updated at 23 Mar 2026